The scope of this article is to examine the foundations of Smith's arguments and of Ricardo's criticisms on the issue of bounties on exportation. These criticisms are examined in the light of the counter-criticisms provided by a fictitious subject called Smith redivivus. These counter-criticisms...

Italian Economists of the 20th Century provides a unique up–to–date assessment and appreciation of the work of 12 pioneering economists. The essays – written by a group of leading international scholars – are a fitting tribute to the important contribution that Italian economists have...

David Ricardo’s criticisms of Adam Smith on value and wealth have been rather ignored in the recent revival of Ricardian economics. This essay intends to fill the gap by revisiting Smith’s link between value and wealth in the light of Ricardo’s criticisms. This is done in two steps. The...